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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€45
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 35 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:24 AM3h35Bochum10:59 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€451One-way0 transfers
- 7:24 AM3h35Bochum10:59 AMFrankfurt am Main Airport€451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €192.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€71 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €192 Average price | €35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €71.
A bus is €164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport costing on average €192.
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 19m.
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (2h 19m by train vs 2h 45m by car). Tickets start at around €71 compared to roughly €35 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30763 · ICE 515 | Delayed 8:21 AM Bochum Hbf | 2h28 | 8:57 AM 8:57 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 26709 · ICE 371 · S9 | 8:24 AM Bochum Hbf | 4h50 | 1:14 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2 transfers | |
| 30764 · 26810 · ICE 13 | On time 8:43 AM Bochum Hbf | 2h30 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 956 · ICE 1515+ 31306 | Delayed 7:34 AM 8:47 AMBochum Hbf | 2h47 | 11:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 105+31434 | 8:49 AM Bochum Hbf | 3h00 | 11:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 89871 · ICE 946 · ICE 623 | On time 8:51 AM Bochum Hbf | 2h48 | 11:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 30765 · IC 2042 · ICE 105 | 9:21 AM Bochum Hbf | 2h28 | 11:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
| 30765 · IC 2042 · ICE 2013 · S8 | 9:21 AM Bochum Hbf | 4h07 | 1:28 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3 transfers | |
| 26711 · ICE 797 | On time 9:24 AM Bochum Hbf | 4h28 | 1:52 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 transfer | |
| 30766 · 26812 · ICE 225 | On time 9:43 AM Bochum Hbf | 2h30 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport
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Trains from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 10:24. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 10:24 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Intercity from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Intercity trains will get you between Bochum and Frankfurt am Main Airport from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frankfurt am Main Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Most Bochum to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains use the Bochum Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Bochum and Frankfurt am Main Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bochum Hbf from Bochum city centre
Bochum Hbf train station facilities and services
Bochum Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: TwinTower, Holzfaß, Steakhaus El Rancho, Döner Saray Urfa Ocakbaşı
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bochum Hbf. ATMs are available at Bochum Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bochum Hbf. Information desks are available at Bochum Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bochum Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bochum Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bochum Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ostmeier, Art Hotel Tucholsky, Hotel Kolpinghaus, Mercure Hotel Bochum City.
Getting to Bochum, Buddenbergplatz from Bochum city centre
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz train station facilities and services
Bochum, Buddenbergplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bochum, Buddenbergplatz.
Getting to Wattenscheid from Bochum city centre
Wattenscheid is 5 km from Bochum city centre. Public transport options include:
Wattenscheid train station facilities and services
Wattenscheid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, Akropolis, Altstadtgrill, Pizzalok
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wattenscheid. ATMs are available at Wattenscheid.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wattenscheid. Information desks are available at Wattenscheid.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wattenscheid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wattenscheid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wattenscheid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wattenscheid.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Beckmannshof, Kolpinghaus.
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